Las Lenas | Blister

South American Ski Selections: Dynastar Cham 107

August 12, 2014August 13, 2012 by Will Brown

With the camber profile of an all-mountain carver and the 5-dimension shape of a more dedicated powder ski, the Dynastar Cham 107 is a unique hybrid design that aspires to offer the best of both worlds.

South American Ski Selections: Fischer Watea 106

September 28, 2012August 12, 2012 by Will Brown

Hate tail rocker? The 190cm Watea 106 looks like a serious ski for experts who want a flat, traditional tail and versatile 106mm waist-width.

South American Ski Selections: Fischer Big Stix 110

August 12, 2014August 10, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

If you're surprised to see that we're taking Fischer to Las Leñas, then you need to read this. (And if you're not surprised, then you probably already know what we are just beginning to figure out.)

South American Ski Selections: Atomic Ritual

August 12, 2014August 8, 2012 by Will Brown

Promising good edge grip on hard snow, strong rebound through carved turns, and an impressive speed limit, the Atomic Ritual has the potential to be a big-mountain gun that might still be suitable for any given day of riding. We can't wait to find out.

South American Ski Selections: Salomon Rocker 2, 108

September 28, 2012August 7, 2012 by Will Brown

A narrower version of the original Rocker 2,122, the Rocker 2 108 looks like a great backcountry jib tool and a versatile all-mountain ski (especially for the West).

South American Ski Selections: Nordica Soul Rider

September 28, 2012August 6, 2012 by Will Brown

The Soul Rider looks like a promising ski for those hunting for a do-it-all twin-tip. It's been around for a season, but we think it's got a shot to end up among our one-ski quiver selections.

Our Selections: Salomon Guardian / Atomic Tracker AT binding

November 8, 2012August 6, 2012 by Will Brown

Over the past three years, Salomon and Atomic have collaborated with their athletes to develop a new 16 DIN AT freeride binding that looks to set a new standard for uphill functionality and downhill performance.

August 18, 2021July 25, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

BLISTER. Las Leñas. Again. This time, we're taking down more flagship skis, more brand new gear, and more reviewers to the most spectacular terrain in South America.

Blister Gear Review's One Ski Quiver Selections

1-Ski Quiver: Reviewers’ Choices (13/14)

October 27, 2021May 29, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

One ski, for every day on the mountain, any and all conditions. This is the Holy Grail of the ski industry, and we're going to let you know which skis in our view come closest to the ideal of the one-ski quiver.

Patagonia Nano Storm Jacket

September 29, 2021January 16, 2012 by Jonathan Ellsworth

On paper, the Patagonia Nano Storm Jacket doesn't necessarily make a ton of sense, yet several of us at BLISTER love this multipurpose jacket. Jonathan Ellsworth explains.

Trip Report: The Road

October 27, 2011October 27, 2011 by Jonathan Ellsworth

BLISTER is hitting the road and kicking off its North American ski and snowboard review season. We compiled some of our favorite shots from the road this past year, and figured we'd share them as we prepare to do it all over again. Enjoy.

TREW Bellows jacket & Trewth bibs

October 27, 2021October 4, 2011 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Fact: TREW has thrown down the gauntlet for quality and durability. All that's left for you to decide is whether they've got the steeze dialed.

Smith I/O Goggle

October 27, 2021September 9, 2011 by Will Brown

Smith Optics does interchangeable lenses right.

2011-2012 MOMENT Jaguar Shark, 192cm, Blister Gear Review

2012-2013 MOMENT Jaguar Shark, 192cm

October 4, 2021September 5, 2011 by Jonathan Ellsworth

More than just a review of the new Jaguar Shark, here's a user's guide to MOMENT's all-mountain / freeride collection to help you make sense of it all.